Maggie Lee Denmark Grier Obituary in Fort Pierce at Stone Bros. Funeral Home and Chapel

Obituary For Maggie Lee Denmark Grier

Maggie Lee Denmark Grier was born December 25, 1930 in Monticello, Florida to James L. Denmark and Henrietta Speed Denmark. She was the seventh of fourteen siblings. She was preceded in death by her parents James and Henrietta Denmark; daughter Carolyn Wright-Hills and siblings John Hightower, Aaron, Cornell and James Denmark, Emma Morris, Julia Randolph Boston, Clara Kleckley, Bernice McDonald, Corine Newsome, Juanita Gainous and Theda Black; and grandchildren Bryant Wright and Jonica Hills.

She spent her early years in Monticello and later moved to Ft. Pierce where she attended St. Lucie County Schools. Years later, Maggie met and married J.B. Wright in 1949. Out of this union there were seven children, three girls and four boys. Maggie worked as a housekeeper to support her family. Eventually, her passion for children led her to become a foster parent. During her labor of love as a foster parent, she cared for over three hundred children in a span of twenty years. Many of her foster children continued to visit and call her as they reached adulthood. While she was a foster parent, she fulfilled her dream of getting her high school diploma at the age of 72.

Maggie was a member of Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church for over 50 years. While a member, she served in many positions. She was the Mother of Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church and shared her loved for Jesus to all she met. At the age of twelve, her dad told her, “Get to know the Lord for yourself”. While a young girl, she had the opportunity to let her dad know that she “got religion”. Since that day, Maggie has been praising God. In her spare time, Maggie kept busy with many hobbies. She loved working with her hands while doing activities like sewing and yard work. Her latest sewing project was making masks for others during the pandemic. She never missed the opportunity to shop at Goodwill, also fondly called “Burdines”. She was a giving person. Whenever there was a need, she was willing and contributed any way she could. Maggie loved to bake sweet potato pies for others. If you ever ate one, you were sure to come back for another. Her love for family contributed to her attending every family reunion.

Our beloved Maggie Lee transitioned in the early morning of June 11, 2020 at the age of 89. She will be missed by all her family and friends. Her memory will be cherished by her children, Johnnie B. Wright , Norman E. Wright, Betty J. Prince (Benjamin), Freddie L. Wright (Bernice), Timothy R. Wright (Barrye), Sharon Williams, Danny Horne( foster son), and Beryl Newson (godson); sister, Lillie D. Knight ( Isaac). She also leaves 24 grandchildren and a host of great- grandchildren, great great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and foster children.

Public visitation for Maggie Lee Grier will take place on Friday, June 19, 2020 from 4:00pm-6:00pm at Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church in Fort Pierce, FL. A "PRIVATE" Home Going Service celebrating her life will convene on Saturday, June 20, 2020 also at Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church in Fort Pierce, FL beginning at 11:00am. Burial will immediately follow in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Fort Pierce, FL.

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Was a wonderful spiritually lady that i loved like a godmom she love me and my cousin like we were her grandkids thanks for being apart of our life you were a beautiful person and sweet spirit god has gained and angel we will miss you but god wanted you more but thanks for sharing with me and my cousin live Rebecca Avant Regina Daughtry!!!$6J75

Rest well Aunt Maggie. Kym Kleckley

What a wonderful lady Ms. Maggie was that beautiful smile and warm hugs growing up in Fort Pierce and attending Morning Star, on behalf of the Sis. Virginia Fair-Burns and family; we send our deepest sympathy. Rest Well & Sleep in Heavenly Peace.
Virginia, Tammy, & Janice Burns

I'm really saddened by the passing of this beautiful, sweet woman! Ms. Maggie was a extraordinary seamstress that my mother could always rely on whenever she needed her. She always greeted me with a smile and good conversation. I admired her youthful spirit and beautiful mane of her own long hair! The Barron Family will truly miss her!

To my family I am so sorry for your loss Maggie and I call one anther the sister that your mother did not have and I was her sister I was her sister-in-law James Denmark was my husband,keep looking up that is were your help comes from love you all aunt Thelma Denmark.

Dear family, our families have been connected for at least five decades; when we all lived in "The Projects". We lived less than 100 yards from each other. I'm still in wonder about how quickly the years seem to pass.
I really started to develop a deeper adult relationship with Ms. Maggie after moving back to St. Lucie County about seven years ago. I would visit her periodically and we would talk for hours about current events, family, her favorite television programs, relationships, etc. Because of these conversations, I learned so much about Ms. Maggie that was impressive.
I'm thankful that I expressed to her my pride for her strength and courage to pursue and obtain her high school diploma!! Especially because this decision came later in her life. I could continue with many more memories but I'll end this message with Ms. Maggie was truly an amazing person and will be deeply missed!
So, Bett, Sharon, Tim, Sonny, Norman and Johnnie B, it is my prayer that your grief will be short and your loving memories endless!! May God's Word bring you comfort. Much love to you, DJ O'Neal Ferguson

My Deepest Condolences to Sharon and her family. My prayers are with you.
Life is the greatest gift that GOD has given us. Death is only a BRIDGE towards eternal life with GOD. Certainly, HEAVEN is rejoicing for another SOUL has finally reached HER TRUE HOME.... RIP Ms. Maggie !!!!!
Julie Kimble-Saunders,

Maggie and I would talk often on the phone. We started to write each other since no one goes that anymore. I will really miss her and our talks. Mary Render

To the family of the Late Mother Maggie Grier, my deepest heart sympathy goes out to the family. For Mother Grier was #1 in my eyes for she would always tease me about my size but I would tell her that I eat, but nevertheless, I will truly missed her. For she was a diligently worker in the church and around the community. But most of all I can always called on her if I needed some altering on a new outfit that I bought and she would say "come over skinny minnie". Mother Grier I would always loved you and missed you; but God wanted you in his garden and that place needed to be filled and you was that flower. To the family look unto the hill for strength from God for he will lead and guide you through these perils times. Stay strong and remember the good times that you had with your mother, sister, and grand mother for she was the sweetest person on this planet and will be truly missed amongst us.
Sis. Catherine "Ealy"-Simon

I've known Ms. Maggie for over thirty years. She always had a young spirit and loving heart. She loved my daughter as if she was her own granddaughter. My condolences goes out Tim, Betty and all her loved ones. May she rest peacefully in God's arms. Braddye Smith

I've known Ms. Maggie for over thirty years. She always had a young spirit and loving heart. She loved my daughter as if she was her own granddaughter. My condolences goes out Tim, Betty and all her loved ones. May she rest peacefully in God's arms.